Is Gretsch good for rock?
Gretsch is a company that really shines when it comes to hollow and semi-hollow body electric guitars. They have been the instrument of choice for rockabilly and rock guitars players for decades, and their designs are classic but innovative.
What Gretsch guitars did the Beatles play?
Harrison started off in the Cavern Club days playing a black Gretsch Duo Jet. The Duo Jet was refurbished many years later and featured on the cover and album Cloud Nine. In mid 1963 he switched to a Gretsch Country Gentleman and a Gretsch Tennessean, both of which he played until around 1965.
Are Japanese made Gretsch guitars good?
IMO even the Korean Gretsches rival many American made guitars from other manufacturers. The Japanese Gretsches are simply phenomenal instruments. Play a Japanese Gretsch and you will change your mind. They are absolutely beautiful guitars and the precision is mind boggling.
What’s new with Gretsch Electromatic pickups?
Now Gretsch has got in on the Electromatic pimping fad. The freshly scrubbed Pro Jet and Double Jet models now feature pickup upgrades and new fingerboard inlays. RECOMMENDED VIDEOS FOR YOU… The Pro Jet is based around a chambered basswood body with a laminated arched maple top.
Which Gretsch Jet should you buy?
But as it stands, the Pro Jet and Double Jet are perfect for Gretsch virgins seeking out great build, playability, tone and good looks. And the Electromatic cultists will no doubt keep on pimping them to get them even closer to the real thing, despite the pickup upgrades.
Is Gretsch Electromatic the new pimping fad?
Now Gretsch has got in on the Electromatic pimping fad. The freshly scrubbed Pro Jet and Double Jet models now feature pickup upgrades and new fingerboard inlays.
Are Gretsch guitars any good?
Gretsch guitars are more versatile than we give them credit for and both Jets pump out convincing rockabilly, blues and surf tones. Then there’s the rock stuff.